Macron Calls for Arms Embargo on Israel

French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the Israeli forces' deliberate targeting of UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, labeling it 'completely unacceptable' and advocating for a halt to arms exports used in Gaza and Lebanon as the only means to stop the violence. Speaking at a Mediterranean EU summit, Macron emphasized the need for political solutions and expressed France's unwillingness to tolerate further attacks on UN troops. The French government has summoned Israel's ambassador in Paris following recent attacks on UN Interim Force sites, which it considers serious violations of international law. Macron's call for an arms embargo has faced backlash from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who criticized Macron for not supporting Israel's military actions against perceived threats. Despite Macron's insistence that France does not supply weapons to Israel, the situation highlights a complex dynamic as France navigates its diplomatic stance while balancing its interests in the region. The ongoing conflict has strained France's traditional influence in Lebanon, adding pressure for a resolution amidst escalating tensions.